Five Things You Need to Know Today: Aug. 15

1. Crystal Lake closed for the season. Due to high algae levels, . Some refunds are available for those who signed up for swimming lessons and Gath Pool swimming times will be extended.

2. Household hazardous waste drop-offs. Although the city's household hazardous waste facility is closed during the month of August, it will open today for a special drop-off date. Residents can drop off household hazardous waste items between 7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the . A list of accepted waste items is available on the city's website. NOTE: The facility is closed today due to the weather conditions. The next scheduled drop-off date is Sept. 15.

3. Newtonville Books Book Club. The book club will meet tonight at to discuss The Leftovers by Tom Perrotta. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. No pre-registration is required for the book clubs.

4. The Day I Saw Your Heart. The Boston Jewish Film Festival will screen the French comedy The Day I Saw Your Heart tonight at the . The show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 or $12 for student, seniors, BJFF or WGBH members. 

5. T-Shirt Crafts. Teens in grades 6-12 are welcome to head over to the tonight at 7 p.m. for a free program where they can into new items like pillows and bags. Teens can bring their own shirts or use one provided by the library.